Literacy Programs Coordinator: Science of Reading Focus

New Mexico Junior College; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Junior College is seeking a Literacy Coordinator to ensure licensure courses align with evidence-based literacy frameworks. This faculty role bridges state requirements with the NMJC Alternative Licensure Program, ensuring high-quality curriculum delivery.

The position requires advanced degrees in education or literacy and substantial classroom literacy experience, with opportunities to teach up to 6 credits per semester and participate in institutional committees.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in education, literacy, or reading from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of five years of classroom teaching, reading specialist, or literacy coach experience.
• Experience teaching education courses at the college level preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate literacy coursework and clinical experiences to align with Science of Reading competencies.
• Oversee 100-hour structured literacy observation placements with LETRS-trained mentor teachers.
• Serve as liaison to external stakeholders for statewide literacy initiatives.
• Track candidate performance and manage reporting for accreditation and funding requirements.
• Teach education courses (up to 6 credit hours) each fall/spring as needed.
• Participate on college committees to fulfill service requirements.
• Support the President by contributing to college activities as needed.

Skills

Science of Reading expertise

Structured literacy knowledge

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Adult learning principles

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in education/literacy/reading from a regionally accredited institution

Job description

New Mexico Junior College is seeking a Literacy Coordinator to ensure licensure courses align with evidence-based literacy frameworks. This faculty role bridges state requirements with the NMJC Alternative Licensure Program, ensuring high-quality curriculum delivery.

The position requires advanced degrees in education or literacy and substantial classroom literacy experience, with opportunities to teach up to 6 credits per semester and participate in institutional committees.